Kuchen Cupcakes

Indulge in the comforting charm of Kuchen Cupcakes, a delightful cross between traditional German kuchen and modern cupcakes. These tender, buttery cakes are filled with a surprise dollop of fruit preserves—choose from apricot, raspberry, or plum for a burst of fruity sweetness. Topped with a golden, cinnamon-scented streusel, these cupcakes combine rich, crumbly layers with a soft, moist crumb. Perfect for any occasion, they are easy to make in under an hour and deliver bakery-quality results straight from your oven. Whether served as a dessert, coffee companion, or indulgent snack, these fruit-studded kuchen cupcakes are sure to impress with their irresistible flavor and homemade charm. Optimize your baking game by adding this crowd-pleaser to your repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.75 cups Sour cream
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Assorted fruit preserves (e.g. apricot, raspberry, or plum)
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 0.25 cups Cold butter (cubed)
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour (for streusel)
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

Add a teaspoon of fruit preserves to the center of each cupcake, lightly pressing it into the batter.

Step 8

To make the streusel topping, combine the brown sugar, 1/2 cup flour, and ground cinnamon in a bowl. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 9

Sprinkle the streusel evenly over each cupcake, ensuring the tops are generously covered.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake (not the fruit) comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Serve the kuchen cupcakes at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1112.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4043.6

Total Fat 191.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 118.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 843.7mg	0%
Sodium 2793.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 548.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 293.6g
Protein 51.1g	0%

Vitamin D 170.0IU	0%
Calcium 451.0mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 730.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 53.2%